Nestled in the lap of the majestic Himalayas, Naldehra is a serene and picturesque hill station located just 24 kilometers from Shimla in Himachal Pradesh. This hidden gem offers a perfect retreat for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
If pristine beaches, white sand and clear azure waters are your idea of paradise then paradise is right here in Lakshadweep. Located in the south western coast of India, Lakshadweep literally means “one hundred thousand islands”. Blue lagoons, brimming sea life, colorful corals and clean beaches give the perfect Laidback vibes. The beauty of these islands is unparalleled and you keep imagining how come there are so few travellers here? The serenity and lack of commercialization is the essence of its beauty and we hope it stays that way. The lack of information about travelling to these islands is again a deterrent so here is a Complete Travel Guide to Lakshadweep Islands to help you plan a tour here.
Thailand is a country that draws people from all over the world for its lively night life, beaches, food, shopping and massages. And Pattaya, the bustling coastal city on the Gulf of Thailand is the most popular among adult tourists for its pulsating nightlife. However, this is exactly the reason why family travelers shy away from it. While planning our Thailand holiday with our kid, we too were skeptical about adding Pattaya to our Itinerary but we decided to take the plunge and Boy! what a pleasant surprise it turned out to be! So, here is the post that tries to reinvent Pattaya as a family friendly / kid friendly travel destination.
Bewitching Binsar is a sleepy little town tucked away in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Located at an elevation of about 2420 meters, in Almora district, Binsar offers majestic views of the Garhwal Himalayas like Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Trishul and the Panchachuli range. Surrounded by Rhododendron and pine trees all over, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is perfect for an adventure trek or nature walk to experience the magic of nature. With the concrete jungle and hard paced life we live in, Binsar offers a much required solace to immerse ourselves in the laps of nature while recharging our tired souls. A Complete Family Travel Guide To Binsar will tell you just about everything you need to know about this picturesque hamlet.
The beauty of Maldives is unparalleled and the travel restrictions imposed by Maldives hardly served as a deterrent to the travel deprived tourists like us. So, we too jumped the bandwagon and planned a trip to this most sought after destination. However, we did have our reservations about travelling with kids and elders during the pandemic. If you are hesitant too and want to know what expect, continue reading The Complete Family Travel Guide To Maldives ~ During Covid -19.
Packing for a laid back trip can be daunting especially when you are a novice traveller, travelling with kids or even a seasoned traveller. So to you help you with your packing woes, we bring you our Ultimate Family Travel Packing List – The LaidBack Way. This practical guide will make your packing effortless and fun and make you travel like a pro.
Covid-19 has literally changed the world as we know it. The pandemic amongst other things has taken a toll on the travel industry as well. Earlier, we were busy adding new places to our travel list but now staying home became the new norm. While travelling in this scenario is not advisable unless necessary, we were one of those who had too. And boy! what a change it was! As we are locked up in the safe confines of our homes, under quarantine, let us commemorate on how radically different travel in the times of Covid-19 has been.
Sadly, Budget 2020 is set to make your next foreign travel more expensive through Tax Collected at Source (TCS). Effective 1 April 2020, when you book a foreign travel package, the tour operator is now liable to charge 5% TCS on your spending amount when the package is bought.
Gir National Park is the only place apart from Africa where you can see the lions in its own habitat. Established in 1965, the lions in this park were protected by the Nawab of Junagadh who ensured that their numbers keep increasing. Therefore the conservation of Lions started. The forest is mainly dry deciduous with some parts of Savannah. With teak trees covering about 90 percent of the flora. Making it a perfect habitat for these large cats. The dam built on river Hiran acts as a natural breeding ground for not only crocodiles but also other reptiles and migratory birds too.
Very few places are as mesmerizing as this vast expanse of white salt desert. Located mainly in the state of Gurajat in India it also extends to the Sindh province in Pakistan. The seasonal salt marsh covers an area of 10,000 sq miles and is one of the biggest salt marshes in the world. Now imagine Great Rann of Kutch – The White Salt Desert, shimmering in the moonlight and speckled with a plethora of bright colors that’s what it looks like. This three month extravaganza is organised by the Gujarat Tourism and gives a colorful insight into the life and culture of the Kutch community.
Namaste! We are Laid Back Travellers, Pooja, Manish & Anika! Our mission is to uncover the best vacation destinations out there for helping other families with kids to plan their fun-filled travel better, smarter and cheaper!
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